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The Power of Myth
Long before medieval knights charge off to slay dragons, tales of heroic adventures were an integral part of all world cultures. Campbell challenges everyone to see the presence of a heroic journey in his or her life.
About Campbell, hero types, hero deeds, Jesus Christ, the Buddha, Krishna, movie heroes, Star Wars as a metaphor, an Iroquois story: the refusal of suitors, dragons, dreams and Jungian psychology, “follow your bliss,” consciousness in plants, Gaia, Chartres cathedral, spirituality vs. economics, emerging myths, “Earthrise” as a symbol.
Runtime: 26:14 minutes
Quality: HD
First Air Date: Jun 21, 1988
Last Air date: Jun 26, 1988
Episode: 6 Episode
Season: 1 Season
Keyword : christianity buddhism mythology psychology interview folk hero hinduism god miniseries storytelling egyptian mythology ancient civilization rebirth comparative religion scholar indigenous peoples folktale native american folklore storyteller subconscious eastern philosophy native american culture western philosophy
